monolobate

Monolobate refers to a biological structure or organism that is divided into or possesses a single lobe. The term is most commonly encountered in the fields of biology, particularly in descriptions of cells, tissues, or anatomical features. For example, a monolobate nucleus in a cell indicates that the nucleus is not segmented or divided into multiple distinct parts. Similarly, certain organs or appendages in various species might be described as monolobate if they exhibit a single, unbranched, or undivided lobe. The opposite of monolobate would be bilobate or multilobate, indicating two or multiple lobes, respectively. Understanding the lobation of structures is often crucial for accurate identification, classification, and understanding of biological function.